Letter from the RRMEA President | |
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Greetings RRMEA members!
Welcome to fall!
Mark your calendars and register to join us at Körber Pharma in Fargo on September 26 for lunch and a tour to learn more about their handling and packaging of syringes, vials, autoinjectors, and more! Bring a prospective member with you, too!
The first annual RRMEA Golf Social took place on August 21 at Suite Shots in Fargo. This event raised $1,800 to benefit youth manufacturing programs in our area. Read more here.
RRMEA currently has 56 members! Our membership goal for 2023 was 50 members and now we’re striving for... Read more.
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Mission: The Red River Manufacturers & Engineers Association (RRMEA) was created to elevate, promote, and celebrate manufacturing and engineering by providing advocacy, education, networking and programs to enhance the success of members and their communities.
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RRMEA luncheon meeting
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
11:00 am • Fargo
Invite a company (prospective member) to join you and learn more about Korber's flexible handling and packing solutions for the pharmaceutical and medical device industries. Their packaging machines are designed to allow a precise loading system, guaranteeing secure packaging and ensuring safe transport to the end consumer.
Register.
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Deep dive into MN employment law
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
11:00 am • Online
We will take a deep dive into new laws that will affect manufacturers and business owners, including ESST requirements, marijuana legalization, parental leave, and more.
Register.
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October: Minnesota Manufacturing Month
In-person and virtual tours
To celebrate Manufacturing Month facilities throughout Minnesota will be opening their doors for tours in October. It is an opportunity for schools, families, and the general public to discover the innovative and high-tech world of modern manufacturing.
Learn more.
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Evolving your marketing in an economic downturn
Wednesday, October 18, 2023
11:00 am • Online
Join us to examine the principles and strategies that defined winners and losers of previous economic downturns and mastermind how your own marketing strategy needs to adapt for long-term growth.
Register.
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Employer health plans
Friday, October 27, 2023
9:00 am • Online
If you have five or more employees and are interested in saving money on your health plan, we invite you to invest 30 minutes to learn about Employer Health Plans. No cost to attend. Note: You CAN switch health plans mid-year; no need to wait for your renewal date.
Register.
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New member orientation
Tuesday, November 21, 2023
2:00 pm • Online
Join us for an overview of what your membership entails, meet the association staff, learn, ask questions, and get acquainted with other newbies!
This event is open to all current members; all employees welcome.
Register.
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View webinar and meeting recordings
All the recorded virtual meetings and webinars are available at:
YouTube channel
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RRMEA held its first annual Golf Social on August 21 at Suite Shots in Fargo. 53 golfers participated in the event and raised $1,800 to benefit youth manufacturing programs in our area. The first-place team was... Read more. | Looking for board members in 2024! | RRMEA needs to fill a few Board of Director positions starting in January 2024. We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated leaders and emerging leaders to fill these positions. Please email Rick if you are interested or nominate someone who you think would be excellent by November 15. | October is manufacturing month in Minnesota | |
To celebrate, manufacturing facilities throughout the state are opening their doors for tours. Manufacturers can offer in-person or virtual tours; reach out to local schools and offer presentations about manufacturing career pathways; sponsor school's VEX Robotics programs; or set up scholarships with local colleges.
Read more.
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Web marketing minute
Let’s talk more about video. Short form video is also a great avenue for social media attention. Here are 11 video editing apps to produce short-form content, curated by our friends at Social Media Examiner. The options include Adobe Express, Animoto, Canva, CapCut, Filmora, GoPro Quik, InShot, KineMaster, Picsart, Vimeo Create, and YouCut. Whether you want more templates or more AI tools for your workflow, there’s an editing tool that can help. Read more here. Contact Becky, Communications Director, with questions.
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Board bio - Thomas Stromme, RRMEA treasurer | |
Where do you work? What do you do? I work as a VP, Commercial Lender at First Western Bank & Trust in Fargo, ND. First Western Bank & Trust is a family-owned, full-service, independent community bank serving customers throughout central and eastern North Dakota, as well as western and central Minnesota.
Education/training? I am a graduate of the University of Mary in Bismarck, ND, and have worked in banking for over 8 years.
What was your first job? My first job was a shelf stocker at our local Target. I loved working in the different departments and seeing all of my friends stop in to shop.
Hometown? I grew up in Bismarck, ND.
Family? My wife Jadin and I have been married for nearly four years, and are expecting our first baby this fall. We’re so excited for this next chapter, and have been busy preparing for his arrival.
Pets? I have 2 dogs, Bode (a Bernedoodle) and Piper (a cockapoo).
Favorite book or author? I recently re-read Strong Towns by Charles Marohn (out of Brainerd, MN) and I was fascinated by the changes in American development, and how these changes impact city spending, citizen lifestyles, and even business investment. Fargo has seen strong investment in our downtown for nearly 20 years now, with many of the Marohn’s principles reflected in its urban designed.
Favorite food? I have a big sweet tooth, probably a batch of my wife’s scotcheroos!
Do you have any hobbies, play any sports, etc.? I am an avid runner, but also enjoy cycling and walking my dogs, so I try and stay active. I also enjoy reading about the history of my community and learning about the entrepreneurs and leaders who formed Fargo into the city it is today.
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Sponsorship packages
As the central office serving RRMEA, our job is to help your business succeed. 2023 sponsorship packages are still available. You can reach your prospects, customers and fellow members. Learn more!
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MMA launching new magazine: First issue will include annual MMA directory
The 2024 annual printed directory will be included in the inaugural issue of a printed magazine coming out in early January. Midwest Manufacturing Journal will be a full-color standard-size magazine, published quarterly.
The editorial focus of the magazine will be to serve manufacturers in the Midwest with articles and resources on workforce development, legislative advocacy, leadership, innovation, safety, education, networking, partnerships, and more. MORE.
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North Knewtson
2605 42nd St S • Fargo, ND 58104
(701) 566-7571
FargoPatentLaw.com
Fargo patent & business law | Intellectual property and business attorney
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Elijah Dumke
712 38th St. N. Unit C • Fargo, ND 58102
(701) 552-7522
HornPlastics.com
Plastics manufacturer specializing in agricultural and industrial equipment liners, as well as plastic parts
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Jim Buus
4402 2nd Ave S #8 • Fargo, ND 58103
(701) 306-7093
JBCcommercial.com
Commercial real estate brokerage, development, advisory and investment
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Jason J. Webb
7220 Metro Blvd. • Edina, MN 55439
(952) 893-9218
JasonJWebb.com
Risk manager, speaker, consultant, insurance agent, host of the Minnesota Made podcast
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Brock Martinson
767 Eustis St. Ste 190 • St. Paul, MN 55114
(651) 789-1641
Popedesign.com
Commercial and industrial architecture and interior design
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Edward Schwind
112 N University Dr. #130 • Fargo, ND 58102
(701) 730-3806
Signumiot.com
Electronics and software design and engineering - specializes in connected devices, data collection, and visualization software
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Lower your operating costs | |
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Responding to your needs, we have carefully selected four partners —
vetted by our board and endorsed by fellow members— to provide
a cost savings to your operation, including...
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PROduction Workforce Professionals, specializing in human resources management services just for manufacturers, is a subsidiary of Pro Resources, a professional employment organization (PEO) established in 1991 and headquartered in Detroit Lakes, MN.
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Human Resources – allows you to manage HR, benefits, and payroll over the Internet.
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Payroll – outsourced payroll administration services accessed online.
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Employee Benefits - a package of benefits for all full time (30+hours per week), permanent employees that does not cost the employer anything unless they choose to pay a portion of the premiums.
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Risk Management - specialists to ensure a safer workplace and controlled workers’ comp costs.
Learn more.
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